To Lend or Not to Lend? That is The Question

As the payments ecosystem continues to evolve and the payment facilitator model continues to hold its own in both profit and demand, a long-time customer offering once considered banks’ domain keeps making its way into the payments arena: Lending.

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Paysafe to Acquire MCPS, Receives Private Equity Offer

London-based payments technology provider Paysafe has been the poster child for activity in the payment processing space this week, as it looks to expand its services while receiving a possible offer from suitors of its own.

Paysafe, which also operates as a payment facilitator, announced that it has agreed to acquire Houston-based processor Merchants’ Choice Payment Solutions (MCPS) for $470 million.

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Paysafe, Square Expand Mobile Ordering for Local Businesses

Ordering ahead with your mobile phone isn’t just for pizza anymore.

Mobile ordering is often associated with pizza delivery and big fast casual chains. But increasingly, platforms are enabling smaller, local businesses to get in the game.

London-based payment facilitator Paysafe is rolling out a new mobile ordering app called GOLO. The app will enable customers to order not only from local restaurants, but other businesses as well. They can then either pick up their order or have it delivered.

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